A new law meant to change the way California builds into the future might be leading people to leave the Golden State in their past. As of July 1, 2020, housing construction projects are no longer assessed a fee by how much traffic congestion they generate. Instead, a "Vehicle Miles...
Law Pushed by Democrats Will Force You Into Buses, Van Pools, and High Rises
There is growing bipartisan opposition to a law bearing down on all Californians on July 1 that will bring “economic devastation” in the words of one Central Valley state senator. The law attempts to force new home buyers out of cars, and into buses, vanpools, mass transit, and high-rise buildings...
How Much You Drive Soon Will Dictate the Price of a New Home
If you dream of buying a new house in the suburbs — or anywhere outside the urban core —the cost is going way, way up because of a California law taking effect July 1. Critics say the law will price new homes beyond the reach of middle-class families at a...
State Law Could Push Middle Class Out of Housing
Local planning officials are racing to implement a state law that could dramatically increase the cost of building new homes and businesses in many local communities. The law, which goes into effect July 1, changes the way planners evaluate the impact of vehicle trips generated by new development. The intent...